Upper West Side Real Estate

About Upper West Side

The Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Nestled between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides an unparalleled connection to nature within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a vibrant culinary scene. The real estate landscape is famous for its historic brownstones and iconic 'white-glove' apartment buildings along Central Park West and Riverside Drive.

Borough: Manhattan

Your Upper West Side Expert

Milton Coste was born and raised in the Washington Heights/Inwood area and has been helping buyers and sellers in Upper Manhattan and across NYC for over 25 years. With 1,000+ closed transactions including dozens in Upper West Side, Milton knows every building, every block, and what it takes to navigate NYC's unique co-op and condo market.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Upper West Side Real Estate

Who is the best real estate agent in Upper West Side?

Milton Coste is a top-rated Upper West Side real estate specialist with 25+ years of experience and 1,000+ closed transactions in NYC. Born and raised in the Washington Heights area, Milton has deep local knowledge of Upper West Side's co-ops, condos, and market trends. He's bilingual (English/Spanish) and has a 5-star rating on both Google and Zillow. Contact: (917) 416-7433 or mcoste@kwnyc.com.

What are Upper West Side apartment prices in 2026?

Upper West Side real estate prices vary by property type. As of January 2026, co-op studios typically start around $250,000-$400,000, 1-bedrooms range from $350,000-$600,000, and 2-bedrooms from $450,000-$800,000. Condos command a premium of 20-40% over co-ops. Milton Coste tracks Upper West Side prices daily and can provide a detailed market analysis for your specific needs.

What is the process for buying a co-op in Upper West Side?

Buying a co-op in Upper West Side involves several steps: getting pre-approved for financing, searching for properties, making an offer, preparing a board package (financial documents, reference letters, personal statement), and passing the co-op board interview. The process typically takes 60-90 days from accepted offer to closing. Milton Coste guides buyers through each step and has helped over 1,000 clients navigate NYC's co-op and condo market.

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Current Inventory Snapshot

Live from REBNY/RLS • Feb 15, 2026

There are currently 468 properties actively listed for sale, with 353 already under contract. The median asking price is $1.79M ($1,662/sqft). Properties are spending an average of N/A days on market, and 28.4% of listings have had price reductions.

Inventory & Activity

Active Listings

468

for sale

Total number of properties currently for sale in this neighborhood

Pending Sales

353

under contract

Properties under contract awaiting closing

New This Week

last 7 days

Properties listed in the last 7 days

New This Month

last 30 days

Properties listed in the last 30 days

Avg Days on Market

N/A

days avg

Average number of days properties have been listed. Lower = faster market

Price Cut Rate

28.4%

71 listings

Percentage of active listings with price reductions. Higher = more negotiable market

Asking Prices

Median Asking Price

$1.79M

all types

The middle price point of all active listings - half are priced above, half below

Average Asking Price

$3.18M

all types

Mean listing price of all active properties (can be skewed by outliers)

Median $/Sqft

$1,662

per sqft

Median price per square foot - useful for comparing properties of different sizes

Median Condo Price

$3.00M

115 condos

Median asking price for condominium units only

Median Co-op Price

$997K

116 co-ops

Median asking price for co-operative units only

Property Mix

Distribution of 468 active listings (based on 250 sample)

Condo 46% (115) Co-op 46% (116) Condop 2% (4)

Building Types:

Apartments: 226 Single Family: 8 Multi-Family: 16

Recent Sales

Sold (30 Days)

last 30 days

Number of properties that closed in the last 30 days

Sold (90 Days)

198

last 90 days

Number of properties that closed in the last 90 days

Median Sale Price

$1.50M

closed sales

Median closing price of recently sold properties (last 90 days)

Avg Sale Price

$2.48M

closed sales

Average closing price of recently sold properties

Sale-to-List Ratio

99.9%

of asking

Average sale price as % of listing price. Above 100% = selling over asking

Browse by Property Type

Condos (17) Co-ops (29) Houses (1) Condops (1)

Buildings in Upper West Side

393 END Avenue

3 listings available

610 110th Street

1 listing available

789 END Avenue

1 listing available

235 75th Street

1 listing available

2109 BROADWAY

1 listing available

320 76th Street

1 listing available

Upper West Side Market Analysis & Trends

Based on StreetEasy data through December 2025

Buyer's Market

Upper West Side is currently a Buyer's Market. The median sale price is $1.15M, which has increased 0.08% compared to last year. Properties typically spend 97.5 days on market before selling. For renters, the median asking rent is $3,100, down 0.03% year-over-year. With days on market exceeding 90 days and a sale-to-list ratio below 0.98, purchasers currently hold significant negotiation leverage.

Key Market Metrics

Median Sale Price

$1.15M

+0.1% YoY

Median Rent

$3,100

-0.0% YoY

Days on Market

97.5

Slightly increasing from 91.5 in mid-2025

Price/Sqft

$1,629/sqft

Parity with Manhattan median sales price of $1.14M

With days on market exceeding 90 days and a sale-to-list ratio below 0.98, purchasers currently hold significant negotiation leverage.

Market Note: The market showed moderate pricing stability throughout 2025 despite rising inventory in the sub-million dollar segment.

Rental Market

Studio

$2,100

1 Bedroom

$2,900

2 Bedroom

$4,400

3+ Bedroom

$7,950

Transportation

Subway Lines

1 2 3 A B C D

Stations

59 St-Columbus Circle, 72 St, 86 St, 96 St

Commute Times

Midtown: 10-15 minutes

Wall Street: 25-30 minutes

Ongoing accessibility upgrades at the 86th and 96th Street stations (Source: MTA)....

Neighborhood Amenities

Parks

Central Park
Riverside Park

Hospitals

Mount Sinai Morningside
Mount Sinai West

Shopping

Zabar's
Trader Joe's
Columbus Circle Shops

Cultural

Lincoln Center
American Museum of Natural History
Beacon Theatre

Building Stock & Co-op Info

Predominant Type

Pre-war Mid-rise and High-rise Co-ops

Co-op vs Condo

The market remains heavily weighted toward cooperatives, though new high-end condominiums are increasing along the 60s and 70s corridors.

Typical Co-op Requirements

Down: Minimum 20%, often 25-50% in premier buildings
DTI: Typically 25% to 28%
Liquidity: Often 1-2 years of post-closing carrying costs
Credit: 720+ preferred

Investment Analysis

Outlook: Stable

Buyer Strategy

Negotiate aggressively on co-ops with high maintenance fees.

Renter Strategy

Seek units in smaller walk-up buildings for the best value per square foot.

Investor Strategy

Focus on 1-bedroom condos near Lincoln Center for consistent high rental yield.

Schools

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Safety

Current statistics available at nyc.gov/nypd CompStat

Milton Coste supports the Fair Housing Act and Equal Opportunity Act. All data provided for informational purposes only. Verify all data independently.

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Helpful Resources for Upper West Side Buyers

NYC Buyer's Guide

Step-by-step buying process

Buyer Presentation

What to expect working with Milton

NYC Real Estate FAQ

Common questions answered

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About Upper West Side

Your Upper West Side Expert

Frequently Asked Questions: Upper West Side Real Estate

What Clients Say

Current Inventory Snapshot

Inventory & Activity

Asking Prices

Property Mix

Recent Sales

Browse by Property Type

Buildings in Upper West Side

Properties for Sale

610 W 110th Street #8AB

789 W END Avenue #PH6

235 W 75th Street #507

2109 BROADWAY #6135

320 W 76th Street #7DE

157 W 78TH Street #PH

555 W END Avenue #4W

317 W 95TH Street #D5

160 W End Avenue #11L

161 W 76TH Street #3F

175 Riverside Drive #3H

392 Central Park #2N

13 W 106th Street #4A

102 W 80TH Street #48

393 W END Avenue #PH

755 W END Avenue #2A

345 W 88TH Street #5D

33 Riverside Drive #13AB

249 W 99TH Street

166 W 76th Street #5DE

80 Riverside Boulevard #5J

329 W 89TH Street #2

317 W 89TH Street #9E

393 W END Avenue #1D

640 W END Avenue #12C

393 W END Avenue #5G

65 W 95th Street #8C

101 W 79TH Street #29C

203 W 102ND Street #3R

255 W 98TH Street #4B

194 Riverside Drive #5E

200 W 79TH Street #17A

639 W END Avenue #1C

49 W 72ND Street #5C

235 W 102ND Street #6D

33 W 67th Street #FE

845 W End Avenue #2F

272 W 107TH Street #10A

2373 Broadway #922

215 W 105th Street #3B

310 RIVERSIDE Drive #1201

36 W 84TH Street #3B

233 W 99TH Street #17B

360 CENTRAL Park #15C

11 W 81st Street #6A

225 Central Park #420A

146 W 82ND Street #3A

100 W 93RD Street #11K

Upper West Side Market Analysis & Trends

Key Market Metrics

Rental Market

Transportation

Neighborhood Amenities

Building Stock & Co-op Info

Investment Analysis

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Helpful Resources for Upper West Side Buyers

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